The Prose of Alfred Lichtenstein by Alfred Lichtenstein

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Author Lichtenstein, Alfred, 1889-1914
Title The Prose of Alfred Lichtenstein
Note Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits This etext was produced by Michael Pullen
Summary "The Prose of Alfred Lichtenstein" by Alfred Lichtenstein is a collection of literary works written in the early 20th century. The book features a variety of characters navigating the complexities of life, often highlighting themes of existential angst, societal failure, and human relationships. Among the key figures is Max Mechenmal, a newspaper kiosk manager with a troubled past and tumultuous connections with women, including a whore named Ilka Leipke, and the hunchbacked poet Kuno Kohn. The opening of the book introduces Max Mechenmal and his self-centered and manipulative nature, as he grapples with feelings of inadequacy due to his small stature and unfortunate upbringing. His interactions with various characters reveal a web of emotional entanglements and unfulfilled desires, particularly with Ilka, who harbors affection for him despite enduring his cruel treatment. The dynamic shifts as Kuno Kohn enters the scene, offering a complex contrast to Mechenmal with his poetic insights and vulnerability. Tensions rise as Ilka's affections become a point of conflict between the two men, setting the stage for a dramatic exploration of love, jealousy, and human fragility. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 5663
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 29, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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